Purpose |
The Cost Estimator will be responsible for making cost estimates for all printing divisions, sourcing outwork and creating job tickets Focus Areas: - Cost estimates across all print divisions.
- Sourcing of outwork.
- Work with Sales team to ensure all RFQ's are turned around on time.
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Key performance areas |
Operational - Review and analyse requests received by customers to prepare and provide a quotation, considering materials, labour cost, time etc.
- Provide suitable alternatives or suggestions to the customer based on the request with adequate information being supplied for the customer to make an informed decision.
- Look at multiple ways to execute a job and use Dolphin to provide comprehensive & accurate quotations to the customer.
- Provide quote revisions based on any changes.
- Work closely with the sales team to ensure turnaround times on quotes are met.
- Act as a client liaison where required.
- All paperwork and relevant supporting documentation to be saved in accordance with easy-to-understand naming conventions and accessibility.
- Assist with internal sales tickets where necessary.
- Assist with any other ad-hoc functions as required by management.
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Essential and Mandatory Requirements |
- Minimum 3-5 years experience working for a Print Company.
- Minimum 3-5 years experience in Print Estimating.
- Matric certificate with strong English & Mathematics/Mathematics Literacy.
- Relevant Tertiary qualification an added advantage,
- Reliable transport
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Preferred skills and experience |
- Strong understanding of print (Litho & Digital) processes.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft.
- Strong proficiency in Quick Easy (Advantageous) or other estimation platforms.
- Very strong attention to detail.
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